Test Scores by grade

Algebra I

71%

72%

65%

Algebra II

64%

60%

58%

Biology/Life Sciences

45%

67%

62%

English Language Arts

5%

11%

16%

General Mathematics (Grades 6 & 7 Standards)

17%

37%

45%

Geometry

California Standards Test (CST)

In 2011-2012 California used the California Standards Tests (CSTs) to test students in English language arts in grades 2 through 11; math in grades 2 through 7; science in grades 5, 8 and 10; and history-social science in grades 8 and 11. Middle and high school students also took subject-specific CSTs in math and science, depending on the course in which they were enrolled. The CSTs are standards-based tests, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of California. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the tests.

This school in 2013

Sweetwater Union High School District average

California state average

% scale represents number of student who met or exceeded standards

0%

22%

13%

Algebra I

20%

43%

39%

Algebra II

20%

37%

41%

Biology/Life Sciences

55%

38%

46%

Chemistry

34%

56%

52%

English Language Arts

1%

11%

15%

Geometry

38%

56%

54%

Science

29%

46%

46%

World History

California Standards Test (CST)

In 2011-2012 California used the California Standards Tests (CSTs) to test students in English language arts in grades 2 through 11; math in grades 2 through 7; science in grades 5, 8 and 10; and history-social science in grades 8 and 11. Middle and high school students also took subject-specific CSTs in math and science, depending on the course in which they were enrolled. The CSTs are standards-based tests, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of California. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the tests.

68%

85%

83%

English Language Arts

79%

88%

84%

Math

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None

This school in 2013

Sweetwater Union High School District average

California state average

% scale represents number of student who met or exceeded standards

6%

21%

10%

Algebra I

3%

13%

15%

Algebra II

51%

49%

51%

Biology/Life Sciences

15%

25%

32%

Chemistry

7%

39%

37%

Earth Science

34%

51%

48%

English Language Arts

0%

8%

8%

Geometry

25%

42%

49%

High School (Summative) Mathematics (Grade 9-11)

44%

64%

58%

Physics

33%

50%

50%

U.S. History

California Standards Test (CST)

In 2011-2012 California used the California Standards Tests (CSTs) to test students in English language arts in grades 2 through 11; math in grades 2 through 7; science in grades 5, 8 and 10; and history-social science in grades 8 and 11. Middle and high school students also took subject-specific CSTs in math and science, depending on the course in which they were enrolled. The CSTs are standards-based tests, which means they measure how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of California. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the tests.

This school in 2013

Sweetwater Union High School District average

California state average

% scale represents number of student who met or exceeded standards

We do not have any test data available for this school.

About this school

Southwest Senior High School is a public high school in San Diego. The principal of Southwest Senior High School is Lee Romero and can be contacted at lee.romero@sweetwaterschools.org. 1,675 students go to Southwest Senior High School and identify primarily as Hispanic, Filipino, and Multiracial. 40% of the Southwest Senior High School students have "limited English proficiency." 83% of the 1,675 students here have subsidized lunches. The student to teacher ratio at Southwest Senior High School is 20:1. Montgomery Senior High School is one of the nearest high schools.

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Community ratings & reviews

(2 years ago)

A Great School! They have fantastic teachers that really care about their students and wonderful programs. Oh and an Awesome Academic League/Decathlon Team!

(5 years ago)

I am a Graduate of SOH Class of 08' I love this school!!! The entire staff is caring and helpful. I'm glad to have been a part of this school for 4years. Everyone is so great they actually care about the well being of their students not just scholastically but personally as well. They make sure everyone is getting the attention they need to do their best. SOH had many programs like SSA(safe school ambassadors) that were created to help the campus and the students for the better. I'm thankful for everyone who was/is there .. like Mrs.T Rodriguez Ms.Porter Ms Padilla Mrs. Perez Mr.Lorea.. And many more D

(5 years ago)

There is very little or no parent involvement. The new principal is extremely rude more so to parents who do not speak English. The morale is at its lowest point. I am glad this will be my daughter's last year.

(5 years ago)

I was in this from 2007-2009 and i hated it the whole time i was there because i got bullied constantly and the teachers would not help the bulling problem. It basically ruined my 9th and 10th grade years and i will never forget what happened to me. I hate southwest high school

(7 years ago)

I graduated Southwest High School in 2006. What I love about SOH is the traditions and how the teacher actually do listen to what the students have to say. Mr. Salazar has done a great job and has changed this school for the better.

(9 years ago)

I left this school a few years ago for a better school. It used to be ok a few years ago very clean and organized. These past two years there seems to be a lack of direction the campus is very dirty. There seems to be more problems/graffiti on campus. Teachers seem very unfocused and not working as a team. The current principal is never around and does not lead the school well. The athletics are awful almost no parent or school support. The only thing going for this school is its academic team that does well each year. I would recommend any student who can transfer to a better school should do so as soon as possible. Visit the school unannounced and you will see what I am talking about. I also believe they have some of the lowest test scores in the state....